Vikarabad district police have intensified security and traffic arrangements for the ongoing Methodist Christian Jatra 2026 in Dharur mandal, deploying CCTV cameras, drones, special police teams and SHE Teams to manage the large gathering and protect devotees.
District Superintendent of Police Sneha Mehra inspected the venue on Saturday and reviewed the arrangements. She directed police personnel to remain alert and take preventive measures to avoid untoward incidents during the event.
According to the police, CCTV cameras and drones are being used to monitor the fairground, entry and exit points, parking areas and other crowded locations. The surveillance measures are intended to help personnel track movement across the venue and respond to incidents during the gathering.
Special teams have also been deployed to prevent theft, chain snatching and pickpocketing. The police have not provided details of the number of personnel assigned to the fair or the number of visitors expected to attend.
SHE Teams have been placed on duty to support the safety of women and girls. Mehra warned that strict action would be taken against eve-teasing, while urging attendees to report concerns to police personnel on duty.
Traffic arrangements have been made to regulate vehicle movement around the venue and maintain access for emergency services. The measures are intended to reduce congestion and keep routes open as devotees arrive and leave the fairground.
The SP appealed to devotees to follow police instructions and cooperate with personnel deployed at the event. The security arrangements will remain in place for the ongoing jatra, according to the report.
